2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1990 Volvo 960

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 1990 Volvo 960
Make Land Rover Volvo
Model Range Rover Sport 960
Year Released 2009 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1986 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 263 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 225 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2572 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 80 L


 

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